Aug 2, 2013

Konnichiwa...


Konnichiwa...I have returned from my happy adventure in Japan. Once again, I was fortunate enough to be invited to Tokyo by my generous hosts...The Canal Company, owners of the Dear Bear Stores. I do believe that this was my eighth trip. Above are a few of the new additions to my Kokeshi collection. These happy girls are awfully relaxed considering that they are standing next to a Ninja Warrior.




While there I give classes...these two pin cushions are what me made this year. All of my talented students did a fantastic job...I was very proud.


This is "Little Miss Punkie"...she is a limited edition of ten that I made for the event. Each Punkie is a one-of-a-kind. She is stepping out of her own book "Welcome to Punkie-Town."



This is "Cheeky, Jr."...he also is a limited edition of ten..all different. I had fun making these.



This is my display at the Isetan Department Store in Shinjuku.


My good friend Nami took "Chicky-Boom" home with her. It was hot in Tokyo so Chicky likes to swim.


"Freddy and Fido"...


I will post more photos in a few days. I have pockets full of warm happy memories. Over the years I have made many very special friends in Japan. I am a very lucky girl.

Have silly "I love Japan" fun,     Jody-San

10 comments:

  1. So glad that you are back on US soil! Japan seems so fun and you have been 8 times! I would love to go. They have the cutest stuff and I love their gardens, not to mention how wonderful the people are. I love the little Kokeshi dolls. Adorable. What perfect little companions you took with you and your students did a wonderful job on their Jody dolls. Have a wonderful night, Holly

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    1. Hello Holly...How nice of you. I so enjoyed all of my friends in Japan. Now I am home working on my book...

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  2. looks like a great trip Jody , would love to go back to Tokyo !
    hugs,
    Louise x

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    1. Hello Louise...I did have fun. Did you go to Tokyo with your bears?...Jody

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  3. Your talent amazes me! Each little character made me smile!
    Thank you so much for sharing them with us.
    Someday I must see Japan! :)
    Erica

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    1. Hello Erica...You made me smile with your kind words...Jody

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  4. Congratulations on a fantastic trip and beautiful work! Your critters, as always, are darling! xo Jennifer

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    1. Hello Jennifer...Thank you again...You are so nice...Jody

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  5. Oh Jody, you always have the best fun! I'd love to be a little doll in your travels just to see the world through your eyes. Thanks for sharing the travels and joy with us.

    Hugs,
    Meri

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  6. Hello Meri,

    I do have magic spectacles...Thank you...Jody

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